J. Helmes Posted April 8, 2013 Share Posted April 8, 2013 This is soo good Jake. I love the skulls. some about this piece is reaching deep into my psyche and tickling some long ago formed element. The place where things dark and mysterous still dwell in the woods, and heroes slay monsters. http://www.jeffhelmes.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Helm Posted April 8, 2013 Share Posted April 8, 2013 Sigh... So much artistry and skill. James Helm - Helm Enterprises, Forging Division Come see me at the Blade Show! Table 26R. Proud to be a Neo-Tribal Metalsmith scavenging the wreckage of civilization. My blog dedicated to the metalwork I make and sell: http://helmforge.blogspot.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shawn patterson Posted April 8, 2013 Share Posted April 8, 2013 Jake, you truelly are an amazing artist..Beautiful thus far.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stéphane A. Posted April 13, 2013 Share Posted April 13, 2013 Thank you Jake ! To show us this and take the time to document step by step. I wish I could have it in hand. You're amazing Stéph My link Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GEzell Posted April 14, 2013 Share Posted April 14, 2013 Hm didn't load, I'll try again. DSC_7017.jpg Even the rivets are cool... George Ezell, bladesmith" How much useful knowledge is lost by the scattered forms in which it is ushered to the world! How many solitary students spend half their lives in making discoveries which had been perfected a century before their time, for want of a condensed exhibition of what is known."Buffonview some of my work RelicForge on facebook Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake Powning Posted April 21, 2013 Author Share Posted April 21, 2013 Ok this piece is finished. I've writen a blog post about it Dwine - Broadseax two actually- (this one is really more about spring, but it has some casting from this project in it) The Birds Know and here are some pictures. Thanks for all the kind words guys, it keeps me going. Jake Powning Swords Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Stephens Posted April 21, 2013 Share Posted April 21, 2013 Inspiring work, Jake! I've never seen oak used on a museum-quality blade before, but by god you pulled it off! I loved your blog notes on why you chose it as a handle material. --Dave -----------------------------------------------"It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood, who strives valiantly; who errs and comes short again and again; because there is not effort without error and shortcomings; but who does actually strive to do the deed; who knows the great enthusiasm, the great devotion, who spends himself in a worthy cause, who at the best knows in the end the triumph of high achievement and who at the worst, if he fails, at least he fails while daring greatly." -- Theodore Roosevelthttp://stephensforge.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke Shearer Posted April 21, 2013 Share Posted April 21, 2013 You hear this all the time (from me, and others) but you are insanely inspiring. Not just from an artistic perspective, but the stuff you make inevitably makes me feel like I just finished a good story. They make me want to carry a sword instead of a walking stick. I think part of the reason for that is that you are a never ending wellspring of creativity. These objects are all coming from the same craftsman, but they are always so new and fresh. Its almost refreshing how strange each new thing that comes from you is. Yet another masterpiece plucked from the Tree of Tales! “Then something Tookish woke up inside him, and he wished to go and see the great mountains, and hear the pine-trees and the waterfalls, and explore the caves, and wear a sword instead of a walking-stick.” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Stephens Posted April 21, 2013 Share Posted April 21, 2013 You hear this all the time (from me, and others) but you are insanely inspiring. Not just from an artistic perspective, but the stuff you make inevitably makes me feel like I just finished a good story. They make me want to carry a sword instead of a walking stick. I think part of the reason for that is that you are a never ending wellspring of creativity. These objects are all coming from the same craftsman, but they are always so new and fresh. Its almost refreshing how strange each new thing that comes from you is. Yet another masterpiece plucked from the Tree of Tales! Well said, Luke! -----------------------------------------------"It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood, who strives valiantly; who errs and comes short again and again; because there is not effort without error and shortcomings; but who does actually strive to do the deed; who knows the great enthusiasm, the great devotion, who spends himself in a worthy cause, who at the best knows in the end the triumph of high achievement and who at the worst, if he fails, at least he fails while daring greatly." -- Theodore Roosevelthttp://stephensforge.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myles Mulkey Posted April 21, 2013 Share Posted April 21, 2013 Very well said. Jake, you're a great artist. This sax is amazing. By The Red Embers - my blog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GEzell Posted April 21, 2013 Share Posted April 21, 2013 Wow. Stunned and delighted here.... George Ezell, bladesmith" How much useful knowledge is lost by the scattered forms in which it is ushered to the world! How many solitary students spend half their lives in making discoveries which had been perfected a century before their time, for want of a condensed exhibition of what is known."Buffonview some of my work RelicForge on facebook Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Ullrich Posted April 21, 2013 Share Posted April 21, 2013 I find myself just staring at these pics....such a fine piece of work! The face fading from one thing to another is really cool. I'm so glad you made another seax. I have always thought that one man of tolerable abilities may work great changes, and accomplish great affairs among mankind, if he first forms a good plan.... - Benjamin Franklin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kip Kaiser Posted April 21, 2013 Share Posted April 21, 2013 Awesome Jake theres not much to say that hasn't already been said. Thanks for taking the time!!! Kip A man is no better than his word! Check out the web site @ www.thekaisercustomknives.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake Powning Posted April 21, 2013 Author Share Posted April 21, 2013 Thanks guys! thanks Luke! Jake Powning Swords Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Longmire Posted April 21, 2013 Share Posted April 21, 2013 Well, that certainly finished out most delightful! You're a deep man, Jake. Carry on! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake Powning Posted April 21, 2013 Author Share Posted April 21, 2013 thanks Alan. Jake Powning Swords Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jesus Hernandez Posted April 21, 2013 Share Posted April 21, 2013 Outstanding, Jake. Everything flows like a poem. Enjoy life! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JasperDielemans Posted April 21, 2013 Share Posted April 21, 2013 It has everything I expected from you, masterclass combination of historical knowledge, creativity and smithing skills! Thank you for sharing! http://www.jrd-artistry.deviantart.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Petr Florianek Posted April 21, 2013 Share Posted April 21, 2013 i like this one a lot! its very right and true!inspiration is working both ways, Thanks GULLINBURSTI Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craigwilson Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 I know you hear this a lot, but you are a truly amazing artist. You take steel, wood, and bronze and make them into poetry. Each of your blades tells a story. The level of craftsmanship and attention to detail are top notch. You are a storyteller of the highest order. Thank you for your inspiring work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake Powning Posted April 24, 2013 Author Share Posted April 24, 2013 thank you my friends. Jake Powning Swords Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike desensi Posted April 24, 2013 Share Posted April 24, 2013 impressive Jake!! both the work and the pitcures Member: Cal Knives Practioner: Suio Ryu Iai Kenpo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AJ Chalifoux Posted April 24, 2013 Share Posted April 24, 2013 Absolutely incredible. I don't think I can say it any better than anyone here, and I really don't want to try. I just want to say that this is the kind of artistry that I think inspires people and reminds them of what it means to be nostalgic. It reminds them of the parts in history books that made such a profound impression that they felt like, just maybe, we are already living in a fantasy world. Thank you. I'm sure a lot of us miss that feeling sometimes. Facebook Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karter Schuster Posted April 26, 2013 Share Posted April 26, 2013 The viking is strong in this one... the badassery is too large to beheld only by few. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan Ladurantaye Posted April 27, 2013 Share Posted April 27, 2013 (edited) The leather work is fantastic. Do you form fit the leather then put a form inside to do all the tool work? I'm looking to do something along those lines just not nearly as detailed. I had to jump back in and edit this post because I obviously missed the finished photos. They are amazing. The level of detail is something I can only hope to achieve. Edited April 27, 2013 by Ryan Ladurantaye Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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